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English captions by Jade Cheng from the University of Michigan

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In a prone position, Achilles tendon stability[br]can be assessed using Thompson's test.

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Flex the knee to ninety degrees, squeeze the[br]calf, and observe for plantarflexion of the

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foot.

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Absence of plantarflexion indicates Achilles[br]tendon rupture.